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美国人对DUKE评价比较好: 洋人花500元买都觉得拣到了大便宜!!!!
Nib Design/Performance 4.5 out of 5
Ok, now this is where this average looking pen transforms into an above average writing instrument. I apologize for the size of this image, but I feel that I have to show you one of the most important parts of a fountain pen. Upon closer look, this pen has a 14kt gold duo tone nib. As far as I know, there is only one size of nib and it is a medium. Now don’t be fooled into thinking that this medium nib is really a fine nib due to the fact that, most nibs from Asia are usually one size finer than marked. Not with this one!! Remember that this nib is made in Germany not in Asia. One funny thing about the nib is that I notice and what was confirmed on Norman Haase website is that the nib reads “14K 580”. 14K nibs should read “585” and I believe 18K should read “750”. I really do not know why it is misprinted and I couldn’t find a reason on Norman Haase’s website. He usually has more information on his website than most do when it comes to Duke Pens. Regardless of the world stopping controversy over the “580” markings, this is one unique looking nib. For some reason, the engraved lines on the nib remind me of an abalone shell. It’s very unusual and likewise very beautiful.
As I stated, this nib is a true medium and it puts down a nice even flowing line of ink. I was very shocked about the smoothness of this nib. I had very low expectations for the pen before I inked it at the show, so that’s why I found this pen so surprisingly delightful. The nib is a pretty rigid one, that’s for sure, but a flexible nib is not a deciding factor for me when I am looking for pens. All I care about is a nib that is smooth, flows and writes well. And with that, this nib fulfilled all of my requirements for a nib and then some.
The Filling System 3 out of 5
Ok, anyone who knows me knows that I despise cheap filling systems on pens such as the cartridge converter. This pen is no different. I expected a cartridge converter and that’s what’s in it!! If I wanted a better filling system, then I know I would have to pay a price more than what I paid for this pen. Plus, Duke does not put out a piston or button filler anyways. But in their defense, the Cartridge converter is an international size and it accepts the most common of all ink cartridges if one chooses to go that route.
Cost 4.5 out of 5
Well, the MSRP is $125.00 on the Duke Gold Medal, at the show I bought this pen for $70.00 at the Pen Show. As far as I am concerned, the nib is worth $70.00 by itself. Finding a new pen with a gold nib under 80.00 is a steal in my book and so is this pen. The price is right if you have the money to spend on a unique and fantastic writer.
Conclusion
I have to say that this is one heck of a writer at a decent price. If it was a steel nib or a gold plated steel nib, I would say pass on this pen. This is a 14kt gold nib that alone is worth the price of the pen. I really think that the Chinese pen manufacturers are under pressure to put out a fountain pen that is credible to the eyes of the world. Unfortunately, China seems to be only known for Hero pens and pens that are Parker knockoffs. I also think that Duke Pens, being a joint venture with the Germans is shedding the old reputation of manufacturing pens with inferior nibs and materials. Most pen snobs put their noses in the air when they see the typical Chinese pen. Well, I think that the Duke Pen Company is going to be getting more attention in the near future. If these pens are good enough to be given to foreign heads of state and gifts to VIP’s then I think this company is getting it right. I have to say that I was very shocked by the quality and durability of this pen. This pen combines sophistication and practicality into a standard sized writing instrument with a nib that writes just as well as a fountain pen twice the price. Thumbs up on this pen!!!
[ 本帖最后由 hejingcao 于 2008-4-29 17:06 编辑 ] |
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